Spinach And Berries Salad With Dill Junior League Of Denver Recipes

SPINACH AND BERRIES SALAD WITH DILL

Steps:

• Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic, salt, pepper, dry mustard and onion powder in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake to mix. If you are not using right away, chill until serving; however, I always bring it to room temperature before using.
• Spread the almonds on a baking sheet. Toast at 350 degrees for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring after 3 to 4 minutes. let stand until cool. Toss the almonds, spinach, lettuce, green onions, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and dill weed in a large salad bowl. Add the vinaigrette just before serving and toss to coat.

SPINACH BERRY SALAD

Steps:

• In a large salad bowl, toss together the spinach, strawberries, blueberries, onion and pecans. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

SPINACH BERRY SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS

Steps:

• For the dressing: Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, honey, jam, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil in a slow stream and continue whisking until the dressing is emulsified.
• For the salad: Toss together the spinach, blackberries, onions and Candied Walnuts in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss. Using a vegetable peeler, shave some cheese over the top.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the walnuts and stir to coat. Raise the heat to medium, add the sugar and cook until the sugar is dissolved and caramelized, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then transfer the mixture to the baking sheet. Spread the nuts in a single layer. Let the walnuts cool until hardened, about 15 minutes.

SPINACH & DILL SALAD

Steps:

• Wash spinach in cold water.
• Remove coarse stems and discard.
• Dry spinach on paper towelling; chop into bite size pieces and place into a large mixing bowl.
• In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, sugar and pepper, mix well to blend.
• Add seeded chopped cucumber to dressing and mix.
• Pour dressing over spinach and toss to coat.
• Add chopped fresh dill and toss to mix.
• Serve immediately.
• If desired, add 1/4 teaspoon of dry mustard when mixing dressing.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN & BLUEBERRIES

Steps:

• In a jar or container with cover combine the dressing ingredients and shake well. Refrigerate to chill until ready to serve.
• Wash fruit and veggies and dry completely. Dressing will not adhere if greens are wet.
• Combine the spinach, blueberries, onion, sunflower kernels, nuts and raisins in a large bowl.
• Slice chicken into strips and place on top of greens.
• Pour chilled dressing over salad and gently toss.

BERRY SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Mix sugar, mustard, poppy seeds, minced onion and salt in a food processor or blender. Gradually add oil, followed by vinegar. Chill at least 4 hours to allow flavors to blend.
• Combine spinach, pecans, red onion and berries in a large bowl. Toss with 1/3 cup chilled salad dressing. Refrigerate remaining dressing for future use.

SPINACH WITH CHICKPEAS AND FRESH DILL

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, and saute until soft. Add chickpeas, and toss to coat in oil.
• Clean spinach well and cut away thick stems; add undrained spinach and dill to skillet, and cook until spinach is tender.
• Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

SPINACH SALAD WITH CURRY DRESSING

Steps:

• On two salad plates, arrange the spinach, orange segments, onion and blueberries. Sprinkle with pecans. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salads.